Seeking a good read for inspiration at the start of a new year? If so, I highly recommend, More of Everything: How I became a better parent to my child with extreme special needs by lifting my emotional burdens. Written by a scientist who is also a mom of three, Janie Reade … Read More
Gift Exchange
I buy honey—golden and light from busy bees down the block—to gift my friends for the holidays and support a local business—while China negotiates with Saudi Arabia to weaken the US dollar and the Fed announces yet another interest hike. I gift my husband with a warm—all organic, fair trade—cozy … Read More
Toys: Keep Them Simple, Smarty!
I will never forget the Christmas that brought me an unexpected gift. My sons were 5 and 7 at the time. As I watched them play with the carboard boxes that previously housed an expansive array of educational toys—carefully selected for their healthy development, I might add—I couldn’t believe it. … Read More
Your Energy
Your energy, or inner chi—if you prefer—makes everything possible. All completions and beginnings depend on it. Energy renewed means a vibrant living; energy not restored leads to a slow decaying. Dissuaded, defeated, we succumb more quickly to any little annoyance or long-term pain that passes our way. Without the necessary … Read More
I Met a Witch on My Walk Today
I met a witch on my walk today. Not in costume—the real thing. Her long, gray hair glinted in the sun. I noticed the grooves on her face as she came closer. “What is that stone? It’s a new one on me.” She demanded, seemingly mad at herself for not … Read More
Book Review: Who Couldn’t Use More Inner Peace These Days?
Dear Reader, Thank you for staying connected! I really appreciate you being here. It has been a while since I posted. My husband has been seriously ill and now he is much more stabilized. My intention is to return to 2x monthly posts as I very much enjoy sharing resources … Read More
What is Your Path to a Higher Purpose?
First of all…What is a Higher Purpose? Is it a determination to help out, whether it’s walking your neighbor’s dog when he broke his leg—your neighbor, not the dog…or something grand like crusading on behalf of the homeless and securing shelter for each and every one in your city? Is … Read More
Mom’s Usual Day
“I don’t know what you are telling me. Please stop screaming…Use your words, remember?” I hardly remember floating through grocery shopping with only a list to occupy the whole of me. No tears. No “You can’ts.” Certainly no “Don’t touch thats…” Just me and my list, unobtrusive, strolling the aisle—no … Read More
